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Arcadia University

450 South Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038-3295, USA

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US ranking
position: 882
Tuition & fees per year: $50,940
Acceptance rate: 79.00%
Median alumni salary: $35,515
Avg. SAT and ACT: 1180 SAT, 25 ACT
Entrance difficulty: Moderate

What are the graduation rates for students at Arcadia University?

Arcadia University reports an overall graduation rate of 64%, which is considered average and places it within the top 40% of institutions nationally. When examining the data by gender, male students graduate at a slightly lower rate of 62%, ranking in the top 35%, while female students graduate at a rate of 65%, placing them in the top 45%.

Notably, the university's four-year graduation rate is 59%, classified as high and situating it within the top quarter of schools nationwide. The six-year graduation rate aligns with the overall figure at 64% and is also considered average, ranking in the top 35%.

Retention rates at Arcadia University stand at 81%, signaling an average performance and placing the institution again in the top 35%. This metric reflects the percentage of first-year students who continue their studies at the university for a second year, a factor that often correlates with eventual graduation rates.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Arcadia University?

Graduates of Arcadia University pursue a diverse array of fields that offer varied earning potentials after completing their studies. Among the degrees with reported earnings, those who studied International Business stand out with an average income of $44,105. This suggests that students targeting careers in global commerce and management may find promising financial outcomes.

Health-related programs also demonstrate favorable earning prospects. Alumni with degrees in Health and Medical Administrative Services earn around $38,830, indicating solid opportunities in healthcare administration. Similarly, graduates focused on Special Education and Teaching typically earn about $36,797, reflecting a stable market for educators with specialized skills.

On the science front, those holding degrees in Biology, General, earn an average of $25,274, while Psychology graduates report earnings near $22,531. These figures highlight moderate income levels in natural sciences and behavioral studies, which might influence students aiming for careers in research, healthcare, or social services.

Arcadia University Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 64%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 59%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 64%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

Arcadia University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 3

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Arcadia University Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies

101

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

11617

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

31215

Education

28432

Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics

224

English Language and Literature/Letters

15217

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

481866

Mathematics and Statistics

448

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

718

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology

257

Philosophy and Religious Studies

101

Physical Sciences

707

Psychology

37744

Social Sciences

221638

Visual and Performing Arts

39948

Health Professions and Related Programs

27633

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

252550

History

224

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Education

461662

English Language and Literature/Letters

20525

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

9312

Psychology

20323

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services

12315

Health Professions and Related Programs

9325118

DOCTOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Education

639

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